Forgiveness and acceptance

As some of you know recently, I got my feelings badly hurt by someone I considered to be a friend. Now if you know me, hurting my feelings isn’t that hard. Sensitive empath here. But this was a bone cutter of a rejection. I’ve stewed over it for a while. You know the first anger, then wondering what I did to cause that reaction, then wanting to apologize, and finally just wanting to be heard. Spent much time thinking of what my nasty, cruel, cutting comeback would be if I ever saw that person again. You know the you hurt me, so now I’m going to hurt you reaction. The reaction I’d probably be too scared or shy to actually verbalize if I saw this person on the street. I’d probably shake like a leaf and try to avoid them. I hate conflict and confrontation. I cry when I get mad, which doesn’t help. But after spending time thinking of my nasty reaction that I could have, I realized that I just need to let it go. Spending time dwelling on what could have been, what should have been, and what could be is a waste of my time. What’s done is done and you can’t make someone part of your life that doesn’t want to be, and you can’t make someone react in the way that you want them to. People have freedom of thought and expression. So do I. I shouldn’t change how I think, feel or react to life to make others happy. As someone said though, anyone who lashed out in that violent of a way, was probably deeply hurt. Whether it was by me or another person, I don’t know. I know if I did hurt that person I am sorry. If someone else did, I will probably never know. I will keep them in my prayers because prayer is better than vengeance. So, I am letting it go. Forgiving them. Forgiving myself. I only hope that if I see them again we can reunite in peace.

Kimberly

I haven’t blogged in years but here’s a few thoughts

I decided to start blogging again after years of not doing so. I was thinking it might be a great way to compose my thoughts and just log my daily thoughts.

I’ve been trying to decide what ways to focus my brand ambassador work. The wine and alcohol sales jobs pay well, but are not the most consistent work. Some times are crazy busy and some are slow. The work itself can be fun when the stores are busy and you’re working with other reps to make the days fly by, but being in a grocery store and the only person set up can suck. Not all people want to try new wines, and not all grocery shoppers drink. People go to a liquor store to buy alcohol, but a grocery store to get foods. Plus, after doing alcohol for a while you start to hate wine. Seriously. I hate the smell, the taste, the section at the store. Makes me know why most liquor store employees don’t drink, lol.

The pet food demo jobs are fun. I adore seeing all the new puppies and kittens in the spring, I adore helping people with foods and pet supplies, and I really enjoy the people I get to work with. I enjoy educating pet parents, and telling them about proper nutrition and toys and ways to get their new pet off on the right paw. The work is consistent hours as long as the companies get contracts. But having two contracts end early makes me a little uneasy. I guess the wine jobs are always a backup plan.

I’d love to get on with a pet food company directly and not go through a third party such as advantage. I haven’t really had much luck doing that though. The only two that seem to hire directly anymore are Blue and Nulo. Blue doesn’t pay well, and Nulo is hard to get on with. Maybe some day I will. I have my resume on Linked In and Indeed and I try to connect with as many people as I can. You all can add me too.

But that’s enough about jobs and those topic running through my head today. I have a post on kindness and forgiveness I plan on posting later today. Until then take care of yourselves and have a beautiful day.

K

What do you feed your cat

I’m just curious.  Do  you make their food or buy it?

 Grain free? 

Raw diet?

Grocery store or pet store or internet shopping for food?

Wet or dry?

An open letter from your kat

An open letter from your kat.

I Was Rescued…Will You Help Others Like Me?

I Was Rescued…Will You Help Others Like Me?.

Subscription boxes

Which boxes have full sized or at least more than one use items?

What type of boxes  do you like to order?

What is  the best box  that you have ordered? 

What is the worst?

 

Conscious box reviews

	Loads of Love: Soap Nuts Soap Nuts aren’t actually nuts, they’re the fruit of the soapberry tree. In this case, they’re 100% organic,.They’re an effective detergent and a natural fabric softener. Works with both high-efficiency and standard washers.
	Ok.  These arrived all broken up.  I will probably  try them, but I was not that impressed.
	K-Pax Energy Booster Why take multiple vitamins when you can get a dose of everything and more? K-Pax Energy’s high potency, non-GMO multivitamin not only supports your immune system, but it provides you with a plethora of vital vitamins and minerals that’ll give you a lift of all-natural energy. Earn  points!
	Ok, I gave these to my husband.  We got ten packs of these which was odd, because the samples of everything else were dinky.   He said they didnt give  him anymore energy than his normal one a day.
	Brain Food Bar Snack on an all-natural delicious superfood-packed bar. These tasty bars are vegan, gluten-free, raw and packed with ingredients such as flaxseed, chia seeds and organic dates. Earn  points!
	Ok, this bar was about the size of a quarter of a dollar bill.  Very small.  Seriously two bites.  My husband did not like the flavor and there was none for me to try.
	Organic Square Bar Cocoa Crunch Finally, a delicious chocolate and coconut snack bar made of all natural GMO-free and gluten-free ingredients. With less than 200 calories per bar, this is a treat you don’t have to feel guilty about. Earn  points!
	Now this was awesome.  Really good and chocolately but not too sweet.  I loved it. I’m going to google the price on these and maybe order.
	Coastal Scents All Natural African Black Soap Wash your skin, hair, face, even remove make-up. Lather up with African black soap, it’s been known for centuries to help soothe skin irritations and clear blemishes and acne. Earn  points!
	I have super dry skin, and this soap is micro tiny.  Its hotel bar sized.  Not many uses if i would use it, which I probably won’t.
	GreenShield Organic Free & Clear Laundry Detergent Get rid of stains and preserve the color of your clothes with this certified organic environmentally-friendly detergent. Earn  points!
	Ehh, a one time use sample.   Can not even tell if I like it from that.  Will go in the emergency out of something drawer.
	Celestial Seasonings Goodnight Herbal Tea No more counting sheep. Give your kids a safe, natural, herbal tea fortified with Vitamin C to help them sleep soundly. Goodnight Grape Herbal Tea is a soothing and relaxing blend of ingredients such as chamomile and rosebuds. Earn  points!
	I don’t have kids.  I hate grape.  My husband hates tea.  Fail And it was ONE tea bag
	BumBoosa Bamboo Baby Wipes Switch to a more sustainable and all-natural baby wipe with BumBoosa’s baby wipes, made from 100% bamboo-derived viscose. Soothing ingredients such as organic aloe vera, calendula and chamomile extracts, assure your little one will be happy, safe and clean.
	No kids, ditto.  One wipe.  Why give one wipe to anyone who has a kid?  You need at least five to ten for a good test.
	Aquatowel Water-Based Hand Towel Try out a gentle, environmentally conscious ad multipurpose personal towel with Aquatowel. You can use this 97.4% water wipe for your hands, face, body and even to clean surfaces. Earn  points!
	One towel.  Looked and smelled like a baby wipe.  Only one.  Cannot get a good test with one.
	Good Boy Organics BOPS Not only do these sea salt flavored potato chips have 65% less fat than regular chips, but they are also organic, gluten-free, GMO free and absolutely delicious!     I did not eat these but my husband said they were grossly salty and flavourless.   They are  always on sale at costco..maybe thats why.     So, in total; I was very disappointed in this box.  I was expecting a large box jammed full of samples and a full size item or two.  I got many dinky samples and only one item, I loved.    Will not re order

Caution flags and collars for dogs.. what do you think

I was reading an article that suggested  the use of warning flags  on dogs leashes..  Do you think these are a good idea, or an invite for problems.    I think that if people read and honored the flags, they would work, but the people who really freak my dog out, aka small children, would ignore them and run right up to my dog anyway.  Why do people not teach their kids its NOT ok to try to hug dogs they do not know??   My dog is very shy so I would like to use these so that people will back off and let him approach them.  

 

Animals need your help in colorado

Animals need our help in Colorado.

If you’ve watched the news lately, you’ve seen the utter devastation that is currently underway in Colorado.  17 Colorado counties, including the state’s biggest urban centers are in the flood zone.  National Guard military vehicles and helicopters are being used to reach thousands of people cut off in communities isolated by washed-out roads and bridges.  While aid is pouring into the state for all humans affected by the disaster, as is always the case, animals are usually the last concern.  We spoke to Kaitlyn Holloway, a representative from the Weld County Humane Society and they are in dire need of dog and cat food for the many animals that they have received to care for.   If you can give, we ask that you place an order to be sent directly to them, and they have assured us that they will distribute the products to those in need as well as to other shelters who may be low on supplies.

The Weld County Humane Society is currently caring for nearly 300 animals!

Please use coupon code COLORADO39 for Free Shipping on any $39 order.  Orders placed with this coupon code will be prioritized and shipped immediately.

Please CLICK HERE to place your order.

Use the following address as the “Ship To” Address:

Weld County Humane Society
1620 42nd Street
Evans, Colorado, 80620
970-506-9550

Thank you in advance to all of you that are giving generously.

PetFlow.com will be sending additional care packages to Colorado in addition to those orders that are being placed.

Winnie

Head of the Canine review team